City News highlights

• On the road to a more sustainable fleet - 22 Feb 2012 - In September 2008, the elected council determined that The City of Newcastle move its vehicle fleet to four cylinders in the interests of fuel economy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
• Council update 21 February 2012 - 22 Feb 2012 - Following is a summary of the Ordinary Council meeting of 21 February 2012. Note: It is not a record of resolutions.
• Renewal plan for city a step closer - 21 Feb 2012 - An ambitious 10-year plan to revitalise the city is a step closer to being realised after Newcastle councillors tonight agreed to apply for a rate increase.
• Place making grants available now - 21 Feb 2012 - Have you got a great idea to improve your local area? Would you like to run a small event to enliven your neighbourhood? If you answered ‘yes’ but need a few dollars to kick things along then check out The City of Newcastle’s Make Your Place community grant program.
• National Year of Reading - 17 Feb 2012 - To celebrate the National Year of Reading, Newcastle and Lake Macquarie libraries will partner to bring the region’s residents an exciting program of reading-related and story-telling events and activities.  more news »